Produce Team Member

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: We are looking for a goal-oriented Produce Team Member who thrives on being successful. El Rio Grande Latin Market offers professional opportunities for career growth and development to individuals seeking to make an impact.

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

• The Produce Team Member is responsible for the proper stocking and rotation of merchandise in the Produce Department, including trimming, watering, and merchandising of products to ensure fresh, high quality offerings.
• Ensures cleanliness of Produce Department, storage area, and work area for safety; includes cleaning of shelves and products, keeping floors free of spills or water, removing hazardous debris from floor and sweeping.
• Stocks Produce Department; includes presentation of product, facing, filling, and organization of all product items as set by the Produce Department schematics as well as ensuring tag and pricing accuracy.
• Ensures all wet racks are stocked, clean, and maintain proper temperatures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work area (including tables, floor, scales, cases, cooler, etc.)
• Participates in pre-inventory preparation; includes back stock and assuring tags match products.
• Sustains a high level of product knowledge and product preparation.
• Walks department regularly to ensure an organized, sanitary, and overall clean appearance at all times.
• Follows all safety practices and procedures.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous Produce experience helpful, but not required.
• Basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
• Must gain an understanding of proper handling, preparation, seasonality, and appropriate shelf life of products.
• Strong people skills with the ability to work effectively independently and as part of the team.
• Excellent customer service skills.